Martha Stewart has weighed in on her makeup artist's transition from behind-the-scenes beauty work to reality television stardom, responding with characteristic humor to speculation about their professional relationship.
The businesswoman addressed the situation involving Daisy Toye, who has worked with Stewart for two decades and is joining the cast of The Real Housewives of New York for its upcoming season. When asked about previous reporting on the matter, Stewart jokingly said she agreed with the TMZ story, adding that Toye is "a turncoat," according to TMZ.
The comments reference earlier reports from sources close to the Bravo reality series who indicated Toye made clear during production that she hoped to leverage the show for fame, which would potentially end her work with Stewart. Those claims, however, were disputed by Toye herself, who told TMZ there was "no truth or validity" to statements about Stewart.
The situation highlights the evolving dynamics when longtime behind-the-scenes professionals step into the spotlight. Toye's two-decade tenure with Stewart represents a significant professional relationship in the beauty and lifestyle industry, making her reality television debut particularly noteworthy for followers of both Stewart's empire and the Real Housewives franchise.
Stewart's playful response suggests she is taking the development in stride, though the full context of her remarks about whether she would be upset by Toye's potential departure was not detailed in the report. The Real Housewives of New York has undergone significant casting changes in recent seasons, with producers seeking fresh faces and perspectives for the long-running series.
The addition of Toye to the cast represents an interesting choice by Bravo, bringing someone with extensive connections to celebrity circles and the beauty industry into the ensemble. Her professional background differs from typical housewife casting, potentially offering viewers a different perspective on New York's social and professional landscape.